Disney Destiny Sets Sail: Meyer Werft Launches New Ship Ahead of 2025 Delivery

The Disney Destiny, the newest addition to the Disney Cruise Line (DCL) fleet, has made significant progress at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany, marking an important milestone in its construction. Recently floated out from the covered dock, the ship is now being outfitted, with onboard systems testing set to begin shortly.

Following the Asuka III, which is set to be delivered to NYK Cruises, Disney Destiny is the second ship being constructed at Meyer Werft this year. DCL plans to take possession of the vessel in the fall of 2025. As the third ship in the Wish-class series, Disney Destiny is designed around a "Heroes and Villains" theme and is slated for its inaugural journey on November 14, 2025. The ship will embark from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, offering 4- and 5-night Caribbean itineraries during its first season.

Construction of Disney Destiny has progressed rapidly since the keel was laid on March 20, 2024. With the exterior structure nearly complete, the focus has shifted to the installation of the interior. Prefabricated stateroom modules are being added, along with the construction of public spaces. By the end of summer, the ship will leave the construction hall and move to the outfitting pier for final preparations, before transiting the Ems River to the North Sea for extensive sea trials ahead of its official delivery.

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